n-Butyl Alcohol

1.1 — Product identifier

Chemical Name

n-Butyl Alcohol

Catalogue No.

AL0951

Product form

Substance

CAS Number

71-36-3

EC Number

200-751-6

Grade

For Molecular Biology

EC Index Number

603-004-00-6

Chemical Formula

C4H10O

HSN Code

29051300

Synonyms

Butanol, Butyl alcohol

1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture

Solvent in molecular biology applications and nucleic acid extraction.

Uses advised against

Not specified

1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company identification

Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.

1.4 — Emergency Contact Details

Phone / e-Mail

Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008

Flam. Liq. 3; Acute Tox. 4; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Dam. 1; STOT SE 3

Classification source

ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 263 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 — Label elements

Hazard pictograms

Flammable, Corrosive, Irritant

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H226: Flammable liquid and vapor; H302: Harmful if swallowed; H315: Causes skin irritation; H318: Causes serious eye damage; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Precautionary statements

P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P264, P264+P265, P270, P271, P280, P301+P317, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332+P317, P362+P364, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P501

2.3 — Other hazards

Other hazards

May form explosive peroxides upon prolonged storage.

3.1 — Substance

Name

n-Butyl Alcohol

CAS No.

71-36-3

4.1 — Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation

If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.

First-aid measures after skin contact

If this chemical contacts the skin, flush the contaminated skin with water promptly. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water promptly. If irritation persists after washing, get medical attention.

First-aid measures after eye contact

If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after ingestion

If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use

Headache, dizziness, nausea, and irritation of the respiratory tract.

4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

General information

Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.

5.1 — Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.

Unsuitable extinguishing media

Not specified

5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures

Flashback along vapor trail may occur.

5.3 — Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting

Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures

Evacuate area and eliminate all ignition sources. Ventilate area.

6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up

Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.

6.4 — Reference to other sections

Reference

Not specified

7.1 — Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling

Use in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from heat and ignition sources.

Hygiene measures

Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions

Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants and aluminium. Store only in original container. See Chemical Dangers.

8.2 — Exposure controls

Hand protection

Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)

Eye protection

Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses

Skin and body protection

Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection

Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.

9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state

Liquid

Colour

Colorless

Odour

Odor similar to amyl alcohol

Odour threshold

Not established

pH value

Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)

0.6

Melting point

-88.6 °C

Freezing point

Not applicable

Boiling point

117.6 °C

Flash point

98 °F, 37 °C (closed cup)

Auto-ignition temperature

650 °F (343 °C)

Decomposition temperature

Not established

Flammability (solid, gas)

Flammable liquid

Vapour pressure

7.0 mm Hg at 25 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C

2.6 (Air = 1)

Density

0.8098 at 20 °C/4 °C

Solubility

9 %

Log Pow

0.88

Viscosity, kinematic

Not established

Viscosity, dynamic

0.54 mPa·s at 20 °C

Explosive properties

Not explosive

Oxidising properties

Not oxidizing

Explosive limits

Lower: 1.8% vol, Upper: 11.2% vol

10.1 — Reactivity

Reactivity

Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.

10.2 — Chemical stability

Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions

Reacts with aluminium when heated to 100 °C and strong oxidants such as chromium trioxide. This produces flammable/explosive gas (hydrogen). Attacks some forms of plastic, rubber and coatings.

10.4 — Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid

Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 — Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials

Strong oxidizers, strong acids, and bases.

10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products

When heated to decomp it emits acrid smoke and fumes.

11.1 — Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity

LD50 rats 0.79 to 4.36 g/kg (single oral dose); LD50 rabbits 4.2 g/kg dermal.; LC50 Rat inhalation 8000 ppm/4 hr

Skin corrosion/irritation

H315: Causes skin irritation

Serious eye damage/irritation

H318: Causes serious eye damage

Respiratory or skin sensitisation

Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity

Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity

Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)

H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)

Not classified (based on available data)

12.1 — Toxicity

Toxicity information

Not specified

12.2 — Persistence - degradability

Persistence - degradability

Not specified

12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential

Not specified

12.4 — Mobility in soil

Mobility in soil

Not specified

12.6 — Other adverse effects

Environmental precautions

Not specified

13.1 — Waste treatment methods

Additional Info

Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

14.1 — UN number

UN-No. (ADR)

UN 1120

UN-No. (IMDG)

UN 1120

UN-No. (IATA)

UN 1120

UN-No. (ADN)

UN 1120

UN-No. (RID)

UN 1120

14.2 — UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR)

n-Butyl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)

n-Butyl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (IATA)

n-Butyl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (ADN)

n-Butyl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (RID)

n-Butyl Alcohol

14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es)

3

14.4 — Packing group

Packing group (ADR)

III

Packing group (IMDG)

III

Packing group (IATA)

III

Packing group (ADN)

III

Packing group (RID)

III

14.5 — Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment

Not specified

Marine pollutant

Not specified

Other information

No supplementary information available

15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

15.1.1 EU-Regulations

Not specified